1976 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1976 Audi 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Audi 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | 100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2512 mm |
